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Melanie Ross Levin
Melanie Ross Levin (Democratic Party) is a member of the Delaware House of Representatives, representing District 10. She assumed office on November 6, 2024. Her current term ends on November 3, 2026.
Ross Levin (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Delaware House of Representatives to represent District 10. She won in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Ross Levin completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Melanie Ross Levin was born in Red Bank, New Jersey. She earned a high school diploma from Red Bank High School, a bachelor's degree from the University of Delaware in 2003, and a graduate degree from the University of Delaware in 2005. Her career experience includes working in Title IX advocacy.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: Delaware House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Delaware House of Representatives District 10
Melanie Ross Levin defeated Brent Burdge in the general election for Delaware House of Representatives District 10 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Melanie Ross Levin (D)  | 60.4 | 7,953 |
 | Brent Burdge (R) | 39.6 | 5,208 | |
| Total votes: 13,161 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Delaware House of Representatives District 10
Melanie Ross Levin defeated Dennis E. Williams and Stephen Jankovic in the Democratic primary for Delaware House of Representatives District 10 on September 10, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Melanie Ross Levin | 68.5 | 1,839 |
 | Dennis E. Williams | 24.2 | 650 | |
| Stephen Jankovic | 7.3 | 197 | ||
| Total votes: 2,686 | |||
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Republican primary election
The Republican primary election was canceled. Brent Burdge advanced from the Republican primary for Delaware House of Representatives District 10.
Endorsements
To view Ross Levin's endorsements as published by their campaign, click here. Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Ross Levin in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Melanie Ross Levin completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Ross Levin's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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- Delaware faces significant challenges in healthcare access, including a lack of affordable, high-quality care, a shortage of doctors, and rising healthcare costs that strain family budgets. To address these issues, I propose expanding Medicaid and state-funded healthcare programs to cover more people, reducing the number of uninsured individuals and making healthcare more affordable for low- and middle-income families. Additionally, we need to incentivize medical professionals to practice in underserved areas through loan forgiveness, competitive salaries, and improved working conditions. Implementing cost-control measures like price transparency and promoting preventative care is also essential.
- As a product of public schools, I understand the crucial role they play in building a strong future for Delawareans. As a State Representative, I will prioritize improving teacher recruitment and retention by offering competitive salaries, professional development opportunities, and a supportive working environment to attract and keep talented educators. Enhancing student supports is another critical area. Increasing the number of paraprofessionals, school counselors, social workers, and mental health professionals will provide students with the emotional and psychological support they need. Addressing nonacademic factors like mental health and food insecurity is vital for creating a conducive learning environment.
- Growing up, my parents owned a bagel shop and did private catering. I witnessed firsthand the challenges small businesses face in navigating state bureaucracy to stay afloat and compete. These early experiences have given me a deep understanding of the struggles small business owners endure. As a State Representative, I will be a dedicated advocate for small businesses, working tirelessly to ensure their voices are heard. My goal is to collaborate closely with state agencies to streamline processes and cut through the red tape that often hinders their success. By reducing bureaucratic obstacles, we can create a more supportive environment for small businesses, enabling them to thrive and contribute to our local economy.
Showing up regularly, whether at community events, meetings, or even one-on-one conversations, demonstrates a commitment to the people I represent. It's not just about being present; it's about being involved and informed.
For a full list of organizational endorsements, go here:
https://www.melaniefordelaware.com/endorsements
Individual Support as of 8/9/2024: House Speaker Valerie Longhurst, Rep. Deborah Heffernan, Rep. Kim Williams, Rep. Rep. Paul Baumbach, Sen. Nicole Poore, Sen. Laura Sturgeon, Sen. Stephanie Hansen
For a full list of individual endorsements, go here:
Transparency is not just a buzzword; it's a commitment to keeping the trust of the community. By being fiscally transparent, we can demonstrate that taxpayer dollars are being used wisely and efficiently. This transparency is essential for fostering trust and ensuring that every dollar spent serves the public good.
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Campaign finance summary
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Scorecards
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Candidate Delaware House of Representatives District 10 |
Officeholder Delaware House of Representatives District 10 |
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on August 10, 2024
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| Preceded by Sean Matthews (D) |
Delaware House of Representatives District 10 2024-Present |
Succeeded by - |
